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Legnon Family
July 10, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Dartus-Horwitz
July 10, 2010
Father O'Reilly made a profound impact on our lives and was responsible for bringing Alan, who he called his "only Jewish conversion", into the Church. He was a dear friend. We paid tribute to him by naming our beloved puppy after Father O'Reilly -- something that he never quite appreciated. Our Reilly, who is now 8 years old, is every bit as hard-headed and loving as her namesake. We will always treasure our memories of the wonderful times we shared together here in Jackson Hole and in New Orleans.
Alan Horwitz
July 9, 2010
Father O'Reilly was my first priest. He baptized and confirmed me at St. Mary's after I had spent most of my life as a non-Christian. He spent several weeks visiting us in Jackson Hole in the summers trying to escape the heat of New Orleans, and we had many good times together. His accomplishments at St. Mary's and the Old Ursuline Convent are legendary. He was like family and I will miss him terribly.
Karen Young
July 9, 2010
Fr. O'Reilly is the epitome of what priest should be. He was a wonderful man and I can truly say the best priest I have ever met. He is truly blessed. I remember when he was the pastor of St. Edwards. He made St. Edwards the great parish that it is today.
Annie Faucheaux Harmon
July 9, 2010
Father O'Reilly was a wonderful priest and friend. I saw him a few months ago with Father Hecker and had a nice chat. He remembered my family and we spoke of everyone in Destrehan. I am leaving this note on behalf of my mother and father, Herman and Joyce Faucheaux, both deceased and on behalf of my brothers, Buddy, Bobby, Billy and Ben. Ben had many good times with Father O'Reilly and Father James Pillar. So, in closing, may he rest in peace and keep constant watch over all of us.
The Seruntine Family
July 8, 2010
Uncle Alvin: You touched my life and the life of our family like no other priest or person ever has. You will be missed by all of us; please give my dad and brothr a hug and a kiss for me for I know he is waiting for you in heaven. God Bless You
Gayle Young
July 8, 2010
Msgr. O'Reilly was a great priest. It was a wonderful privelege to work
close with him at St. Edward's. His kindness and caring will be felt by
all those whose lives he touched. Now he will rest in the arms of the
Lord.
Judy Legnon Migliore
July 8, 2010
Father O'Reilly was pastor at St. Edward's when my sister, brothers, and I went to school there. I have memories of him telling us we could have the day off after he came to give out report cards and Sr. Mary de Lourdes going crazy because he just couldn't do that! Don't think she ever got him to stop, but we got extra recess instead. He was a wonderful pastor and will be missed.
1970 First graduating class of St. Edward's
Judy Migliore
July 8, 2010
Kathleen M. Joseph
July 8, 2010
While at St. Catherine of Siena, Father O'Reilly touched the lives of many. As a 6 year old, I adored him and followed him around as puppy would. He would join the children during recess and play "dodge the ball" or turn a jump rope with us. He always encouraged us to study diligently; lessons which have lasted a lifetime. It was an honor and a privilege to have known Father O'Reilly.
July 8, 2010
R.I.P Uncle Alvin- You will be missed by many. You always had a smile on your face the lite up the room. You loved your wines at Christmas time and you were always so very kind to me. God Bless You!! ~Kelly Menge~
Henry and Arleen Friloux
July 8, 2010
Msgr. O'Reilly or "Fr. O'Reilly" as we first met him when he came to Destrehan to inspire a small parish. We all wanted to help in his projects. It was a turning point for our parish and whole community. His support through our years of raising a family was wonderful. We are honored to have know him and know he will live in our memories.
May he rest in peace.
Sr. Shirley Vaughn, CCVI
July 8, 2010
When I was a young schoolgirl, Fr. O'Rielly was a young associate at St. Catherine of Siena in Metairie. I remember him as gentle and kind, usually smiling. I know he touched many lives in the years after that. God bless him and his family.
John Meyer
July 7, 2010
Father O'Reilly was one of the best priest I have known. Will be missed.
July 7, 2010
Msgr. Alvin, was my neighbor, friend, and Priest. We ate, drank, traveled, and prayed together. He, through the Holy Spirit, brought me to the Catholic Church and presided over my marriage to my dear Gabriele. What an influence he had in my life. I love him. Joe Kavanaugh
July 7, 2010
Father O'Reilly will be missed by many. The Haydel Family
Ron Jung
July 7, 2010
Father O'Reilly was the first pastor i knew at St. Edward the Confessor. I worked with him on the finance committee there and really respected him as a pastor and a priest.
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